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Used 2010 Kia Forte Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

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sunny, 02/14/2019
2010 Kia Forte LX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Not a luxury o r fancy car but I don't have any regrets over buying it. I bought this car for utilitarian purposes and it performed perfectly. Maintenance costs were a concern for me, as an elderly woman with no one to help me I was so pleased because I have had no expensive repairs as yet and regular servicing is very reasonable. I will definately buy another Kia if and when need be.

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5 out of 5 stars

Amazing

Robert, 06/06/2009
2010 Kia Forte LX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Kia has definatly come a long way. This car has amazing handling and great power I did not even realize it was a 4 cylinder. I am 6’2” and have an enormous amount of legroom. Everything in the interior is easily accessible. The look is amazing it will be a great replacement to the Spectra. And 40 MPG can’t ask for anything more.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

Have to hand it to Kia

guyonastage, 12/30/2013
2010 Kia Forte Koup SX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 6M)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful

The sport tuned suspension really makes this car fun to drive. It's no sports car by any means, but it is a beautiful blend of fun and practicality. There's a half inch dead spot in the throttle which makes first gear a royal pain, but it's a very simple fix for someone with a little know-how. Even with the mod, the gas pedal is REALLY light and sensitive. It takes a little getting used to. Blue tooth isn't great, but it's there. Back seats have an impressive amount of space for a coupe. Drivers seat sits high and and only raises from the back. Steering wheel controls are great, audio sounds good, interior controls have a comfortable and logical layout. Well done, Kia.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Screamin' Hot Value

BrettChandler, 10/15/2010
2010 Kia Forte Koup SX 2dr Coupe (2.4L 4cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

Great features like Bluetooth, Sirius, nice leather, heated seats, and a wonderfully-tuned sport suspension. Motor pulls well, though a little weak below 2,500 rpm. I STILL haven't been able to make the tires howl in a turn, let alone break traction. Styling is wonderful. The exterior has fantastic proportions. The interior is comfortable, and there's remarkable rear seat space for a compact sports coupe.

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5 out of 5 stars

Civic killer

harry, 01/03/2010
2010 Kia Forte EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I had a Vw jetta and a 2000 honda civic, and the Forte has more power than bothe.Smoothe 5 speed manual transmission, nice steering wheel controls, nicely placed heat vents. Only complaint is the sterio needs tweeters mounted up near mirrors, sounds a little muffled. Base model still outshined my other two cars. Plans to put some 18 inch rims, body kit, and better interior speekers. Hedders and axaust already available 3rd party, well priced. To not be a hybrid, the gas milage blows me away, but drop in K&N airfilter adds about 15 more horsepower and 75 more miles per full tank of gas. Fun car, lots of potential for us tuner car drivers,BUY IT.

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